Description
The City of Thornton is seeking a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive abatement, demolition, and site‑restoration work at the former Aylor Open Space farm property. The scope includes the removal of friable asbestos‑containing materials, demolition of twelve above‑grade farm structures (some classified as “major asbestos spill” sites), controlled open‑air demolition, soil removal (up to 3,500 cy as an optional bid item), storm‑water control measures, and post‑demolition site grading and reseeding. The procurement will be conducted in two phases: an RFQ to pre‑qualify 3‑5 firms, followed by an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to the short‑list. Respondents must demonstrate $1 M bonding capacity, meet stringent insurance minimums, provide three recent comparable projects ≥ $500 K each, and maintain an EMR of ≤ 1.0 (or be reviewed). The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with work expected to begin shortly after award and be completed within approximately six months.
• Complete asbestos (CDPHE Reg 8) abatement and disposal per EPA/Colorado regulations.
• Open‑air demolition of structurally unsound farm buildings, using engineered dust‑control measures and daily air monitoring.
• Optional contaminated‑soil removal (up to 3,500 cy).
• Storm‑water management (chain‑link fence, polyethylene berm) and site‑restoration (re‑grading, native‑prairie reseeding).
• Bonding ≥ $1 M, CGL $2 M/$5 M, auto $1 M, and required performance/payment bonds.
• Submission of a full Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) by June 9 2026, both hard‑copy and via BidNet Direct.